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96 f-250 longbed plow?

I have been using a walk behind snow blower and a shovel for the last 2 years. I was thinking about plowing in my truck next year. Not really sure if a plow on my '96 f-250 longbed would work. Does anyone know about this? I talked to someone who said the wheel base is too long. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Do yourself a favor now and don't ask on what plow we would recommend as it always turns into a Fisher Vs. Boss. Vs. Western Vs. Meyer Vs. Diamond Vs. Bilzzard battle!! just read about each one, and make your decision based on that.

I really appreciate the time you guys took to awnser my question. there is a boss dealership here in kalispell, haven't seen too many different type's of plows. i'll probably try to find a used one. thanks again

Don't forget to figure on several hundred pounds of ballast weight. I use about 550 lbs of solid concrete blocks set over the axles right between the wheel houses.

I do not use any additional equipment on my '98 Chevy K2500 reg cab/long bed for my 7.5 ft straight blade other than Timbren rubber springs in the front. If you plan on night plowing, you may need a larger alternator. The biggest battery that fits in very good condition in any case.

Bright back-up lights are a must, and you might consider aux. rear lights.

I don't have a any ballast... my truck weighs 6000 lbs, and with a gas engine instead of the heavier diesel, I don't think it's too front heavy.

PS... I didn't buy the truck just to plow, I bought it becasue it can plow as well as do lots of other things. I like my 7.5' blade because its a bit easier to handle and I'm not clearing parking lots. Get a blade that fits your needs & your wallet.

From my perspective, stick with a plow brand that has a local service shop. The last thing you want is to be stuck in the middle of winter with a busted plow and the nearest support is 150 miles away.

I think all the major brands are good enough to get the job done...each brand has its own thing that makes brand loyalists point out why their preferred brand is the best, but in reality you want a sturdy plow that you can put on and take off your truck easily and can be easily serviced.

I also have a 96 F250 with the 7.5 ltr, regular cab with and 8' box. It is an awesome plow truck and pretty much will go through anything. I agree with the post above, get some back up lights so you can see what is behind you. I have mine rigged up on my truck tool boxes so that I don't brake them off if I was to back into a pile of snow.

Just installed an 8' Boss Super Duty straight blade on my 94 F250 (5.8). The front end barely sags, it is a Super Duty. If your mechanically inclined, save yourself $400-500 and put it on yourself. Oh, I also have a SnowEx 575 spreader on the back with usually 1500 lbs. of calcium/salt.

In regards to ballast for you truck. It depends on the weight of you plow. I have a Fisher Conventional Heavy Duty 8' with some extra's. I don't know the actual weight but I have been told its around 600 - 700 pounds. Someday I will hit a scale and get it weighed. I usually put about 500 pounds of sand (tubes) towards the rear of the truck. In addition to the weight of my toolboxes. I would guess I have around 600 pounds when added up.

Depending on the plow you get or have, you would want to offset the weight of the front in the back of the truck.

I also have a 96 model Ford. Though mine is a longbed F-350 crewcab. 5 speed with a 7.5 liter. It is a bit long and it requires knowing the limits of the truck but i have plowed postage stamp lots like banks with drive throughs as well as Walmart size lots with it.